.nyc domain registration requirements

The .nyc top-level domain provides an online hub to connect New Yorkers with each other and allow NYC-based businesses to establish connections in the global marketplace. This is the perfect domain extension for anyone who owns a business in NYC, writes about it, or markets products related to NYC.

Only New York City businesses and organizations with an NYC address and individuals with a primary residence in NYC are eligible to register a .nyc domain name. You can read more about this policy on the Registry site.  

New York / NY should be indicated in the State field for both Individuals and Organizations. Registrants are to provide a valid street address and the corresponding zip code in the Registrant set of information:

If the registrant is an organization, you also need to check the “This is a company address” box and fill in the Company Name:

Please note that the Registry may conduct non-real-time Nexus checks to ensure that the domain name is compliant with its policy. 

If you have any questions, please contact our Support Team.